Childminder in South Gloucestershire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY268545 Inspection date 12/03/2012 Inspector Barbara Walters

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Type of setting Childminder to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection. If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. You may copy all or parts of this document for non-commercial educational purposes, as long as you give details of the source and date of publication and do not alter the information in any way.

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T: 0300 123 1231 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Introduction

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under Sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of the registered early years provision. ‘Early years provision’ refers to provision regulated by Ofsted for children from birth to 31 August following their fifth birthday (the early years age group). The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and welfare, known as the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Introduction

The provider must provide a copy of this report to all parents with children at the setting where reasonably practicable. The provider must provide a copy of the report to any other person who asks for one, but may charge a fee for this service (The Childcare (Inspection) Regulations 2008 regulations 9 and 10).

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Introduction

The setting also makes provision for children older than the early years age group which is registered on the voluntary and/or compulsory part(s) of the Childcare Register. This report does not include an evaluation of that provision, but a comment about compliance with the requirements of the Childcare Register is included in Annex B.

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Introduction

There were no children on roll when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children on roll, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states if the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Introduction

Please see our website for more information about each childcare provider. We publish inspection reports, conditions of registration and details of complaints we receive where we or the provider take action to meet the requirements of registration. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Description of the childminding

The childminder registered in 2003. She lives with her husband and three children in the Yate area of South Gloucestershire. The whole of the property is used for childminding and there is an enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare register. She may care for a maximum of four children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than two may be in the early years age group. The childminder also offers care to children up to 15 years of age. The childminder takes and collect children from the local schools. At the time of inspection, there were no children on roll.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a knowledge and understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. She shows a clear understanding that children are her first priority and implements the necessary policies and procedures to safeguard children. She carries out risk assessments of her home so that potential risks are minimised. The childminder shows a confident knowledge of the action to take should there be concerns about a child. She evaluates her practice, talking about how she intends to complete further training to develop her knowledge in child protection issues. The childminder discusses how she reviews childminding websites to keep up-to-date in her knowledge of childcare and education. She has addressed the recommendations from her previous inspection and attended training, demonstrating a capacity for continuous improvement. The childminder explains how she works in partnership with parents

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

and carers. Daily discussions and a written daily diary provide parents with ongoing information about their children and the activities they complete.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder describes how she meets the care, learning and development needs of the children. She uses everyday activities to support children's progress across all areas of learning. The childminder has a wide range of resources, including those that promote positive images of diversity. These are easily accessible to children. She describes how children develop their imaginations in role play or participating in dressing-up activities. She talks about how children like to sit and read stories. She explains how she encourages them to discuss what they see in the pictures to develop their language skills. She discusses how she provides a wide range of outdoor play resources so children can develop their physical abilities in the garden. The childminder demonstrates an understanding of how to promote children's health through hygiene routines and providing meals that suit their dietary requirements. She describes how she promotes children's

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

inclusion within the setting by supporting all children to take part in all activities according to their needs and abilities. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Compliance with registration requirements

The registered person continues to meet the requirements of registration. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are: Met

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Met

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